Köprübaşı Plateaus
On the foothills of the mountains stretching east to west across the south of the district, there are plateaus at elevations of 1,750–2,200 metres.
View on map3 places to visit in the Köprübaşı district of Trabzon: Köprübaşı Plateaus, Madur Mountain and Harman Plateau. Plan your trip to Köprübaşı with local food, practical tips and transport information.
Description
Köprübaşı is a district of Trabzon. It lies between the districts of Sürmene, Araklı, Çaykara, Of and Dernekpazarı. The average elevation of the district centre above sea level is 303 metres. The district covers an area of 189 km².
History
Until 1929 it continued as a single headman’s office (muhtarlık) under the names of today’s Fidanlı, Gündoğan and Akpınar neighbourhoods, together with Çifteköprü and Güneşli village. In 1965, with the merger of Fidanlı, Akpınar and Gündoğan neighbourhoods, the town of Köprübaşı was founded. The Köprübaşı subdistrict was separated from Sürmene district and established as a new district by law no. 3644 on 5 May 1990.
Geography
To the north and west lies Sürmene district, to the south Bayburt province, and to the east Çaykara, Of and Dernekpazarı districts. It has the nearest road in Trabzon province linking to Bayburt province. The terrain is sloping and mountainous, and the mountains are covered with forest.
Historic Sites
Harman Plateau has historical importance. Commemoration ceremonies are held every year on 29 June at Harmantepe for the soldiers who fell there.
Economy
The most important source of income in the district is farming and livestock. Hazelnuts, tea and maize are the main crops grown. Cattle and sheep farming are widespread in general. Woodwork and handicrafts are also one of the sources of income.
Natural Disaster
In 1998, a flood disaster struck Beşköy town in Köprübaşı, and 47 citizens lost their lives.
History and Culture
The Köprübaşı subdistrict was separated from Sürmene district and established as a district in 1990. The first district governor took up his post on 12 August 1991.
Notable Facts
From the records of the 1583 tax registers (tahrir defterleri), it is understood that there were settlements in Köprübaşı from the south, that is, from the plateaus. The first place of lodging for those who migrated to Köprübaşı within its borders was at the Kaçalak Dağı (Kazalak Dağı), at an elevation of 1,487 metres, which is the very end point of Ziyarettepe.
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